Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging

Chunky Monkey Charters is located in Ludington and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Jody will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4-hour trips, mainly fishing for Salmon. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle and jigging.

Your fishing adventure starts on an 18’ Tuffy boat that can safely take up to 3 anglers. This boat comes with a wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time.  The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Chunky Monkey Charters.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – King Salmon Jigging
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 20 - Sep 30
    US $500
    This is a Salmon jigging trip on the lake using light tackle. Hooking King Salmon with a jigging rod is a rush you will never forget! It's hands-on jigging, you're not sitting and waiting for a fish to bite. On this trip, you don't have to worry about getting seasick and the weather usually isn't a factor. You and Captain Jody fish inside the harbor, he's one of the only captains that offer this option.

FAQs about Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging

Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – King Salmon Jigging (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging include:
  • Salmon (Chinook)

Meet the Captain

Jody Blain
Ludington, Michigan, United States
6 Fishing Reports
26 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2018
"I started fishing when I was 3 years old on a family farm pond in a small rowboat." With decades of experience, Captain Jody Blain will make sure you get on the fish. He loves everything about fishing, especially seeing the excitement on the faces of customers when they catch their first-ever fish. Capt. Jody is happy to teach everyone on board his boat how to fish, and can't wait to share his passion with you.

About this listing

Targeted species

Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

Boat specs

Tuffy (Bass boat) originally built in 2000. Powered by a 75HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
18 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Jigging

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Checks

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (5)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
33%
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Dylan F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Jody

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – King Salmon Jigging on September 3, 2023
Dylan F. recommends Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging
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Craig L.
Detroit, Michigan
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 Hour Jigging Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – King Salmon Jigging on September 23, 2023
Enjoyed a half day of Salmon fishing on a Father / Son trip in Ludington Michigan.  Jody was a great guide.
Craig L. recommends Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging
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Matt C.
Ypsilanti, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – King Salmon Jigging on August 26, 2022
Jody is a great guide. Fish weren’t hitting but that’s the way it goes sometimes. Great conversation and knowledge...
Matt C. recommends Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging
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Brittani G.
South Bend, IN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Jody

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – King Salmon Jigging on September 24, 2022
Brittani G. recommends Chunky Monkey Charters – Salmon Jigging
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